Disney World Rides - Listing & Thoughts
I have listed 48 rides at Walt Disney World and my thoughts about each one. I know I've missed a few so this will be updated regularly. Check back frequently!
Magic Kingdom:
1. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train - this is my favorite
2. Space Mountain - mom hates this one
3. Splash Mountain - closed...
4. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - ride it during the fireworks
5. Pirates of the Caribbean - always hit this one first
6. Haunted Mansion - can't wait for the movie to come out
7. It's a Small World - classic, but…
8. Peter Pan's Flight - too quick, but enjoyable
9. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh - great for small kids!
10. Jungle Cruise - best at Christmas!
11. The Enchanted Tiki Room - must do…once
12. Country Bear Jamboree - haha!
13. Carousel of Progress - Great for hot days
14. Mickey's PhilharMagic - kids like it
15. Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid - great to sitdown. Ariel looks a bit weird 🤣
16. Prince Charming Regal Carrousel - classic
17. Dumbo the Flying Elephant - playroom is the best part
18. Mad Tea Party - my first ride, when i was 5, many decades ago!
19. The Barnstormer Starring the Great Goofini - more thank a kiddie coaster
20. Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover - great on hot days
21. Astro Orbiter - sigh, this is fun but the queue is so long!
Epcot:
1. Test Track - boys love this
2. Soarin' - great for an amazing trip around the world in AC
3. Frozen Ever After - be careful on the bumps
4. The Seas with Nemo & Friends - a must do every park visit. Never more than a 10 min wait
5. Spaceship Earth - cool and relaxing. Love the computer history
6. Living with the Land - go on the behind the scenes tour!
7. Journey Into Imagination with Figment - umm, beware the air blast
8. Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros - love it, but maybe that's just me. I've seen the cliff divers in person!
Disney's Hollywood Studios:
1. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run - Queue is amazing, take it all in!
2. Slinky Dog Dash - tons of fun
3. Twilight Zone Tower of Terror - queue is amazing here too! Avoid when down to one elevator
4. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith - My favorite rollercoaster! Sit in the back for the best ride, but don't get in front of me, just ask a cast member
5. Toy Story Mania! - read the tips and tricks for the highest score!
6. Star Tours - The Adventures Continue - amazing experience. You will be wowed. Play the role!
7. Alien Swirling Saucers - fun for kids
8. Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway - great time and lots of cool effects, Mickey and Minnie lovers can't go wrong here!
Disney's Animal Kingdom:
1. Avatar Flight of Passage - Amazing but not for people who get motion sickness!
2. Na'vi River Journey - peaceful ride, amazing effects!
3. Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain - second favorite Rollercoaster! Love the queue
4. Kilimanjaro Safaris - a must do! Target morning or late afternoon
5. DINOSAUR - not my favorite…
6. Kali River Rapids - great on a hot day!
7. Primeval Whirl - closed forever!
8. TriceraTop Spin - kiddies only
9. Wildlife Express Train - Harambe, Africa - give it a shot
10. It's Tough to be a Bug! - I love this show!
11. Festival of the Lion King - Amazing, must do!